Distinguished by more than 15 years of experience in gemology, jewelry appraisal, and diamond grading, this gemology, jewelry appraisal, and diamond grading expert witness specializes in GIA diamond grading, fine jewelry appraisal, jewelry concierge services, gemstone evaluation, and appraisal methodologies involving luxury jewelry assets and high-value gemstones. The expert has more than 10 years of experience providing consultations and deposition testimony involving jewelry appraisal disputes, valuation analysis, diamond grading, gemstone authenticity, and fine jewelry assessment matters. Professional experience includes completion of the Graduate Gemologist Residence Program at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) headquarters in Carlsbad, California, followed by employment with the GIA Gem Trade Laboratory grading diamonds using specialized GIA certification criteria and analytical techniques developed exclusively for laboratory personnel.

The expert’s work has involved examination and valuation of diamonds and fine jewelry items, analysis of gemstone characteristics and grading factors, preparation of insurance and estate appraisals, and evaluation of appraisal and grading considerations associated with luxury jewelry transactions and high-value gemstone assets. Additional professional responsibilities include founding and operating an independent jewelry appraisal practice providing unbiased appraisal services, jewelry concierge support, appraisal clinics, and staff training for jewelry professionals and retail jewelry operations. The expert has also assisted police departments and the FBI in examining jewelry associated with crime-scene investigations and has participated in consulting and advisory activities involving jewelry quality assessment, grading standards, valuation documentation, and industry practices affecting fine jewelry and gemstone appraisal. Professional memberships include GIA Alumni and E Women’s Network participation, and ongoing professional development includes attendance at biannual industry seminars involving gem findings, colored stones, diamond treatments, jewelry pricing trends, and emerging gemological evaluation techniques.